Layla (film)

Layla is a 2021 German-Belgian romantic drama film directed by Amira Taj. The film explores themes of identity, love, and radicalization through the story of a complex relationship between a German woman and a Kurdish man with ties to radical Islamic groups.

The plot centers on Layla, a young German woman, who falls in love with Abdellah, a Kurdish man she meets. As their relationship deepens, Layla becomes increasingly drawn into Abdellah's world, a world influenced by his radical Islamic beliefs. She grapples with her growing feelings for Abdellah, her own sense of self, and the potentially dangerous path she is being led down. The film examines the nuances of radicalization, the challenges of intercultural relationships, and the personal struggles faced by individuals caught between different cultures and ideologies.